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Transient reversible cupping in juvenile-onset glaucoma.

A L Robin, H A Quigley

    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |September 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Trabeculectomy surgery can temporarily reverse optic nerve cupping in glaucoma patients. The optic nerve

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Glaucoma Research
    • Surgical Outcomes

    Background:

    • Glaucomatous optic neuropathy is characterized by optic nerve head excavation.
    • Trabeculectomy is a surgical procedure to reduce intraocular pressure in glaucoma.

    Observation:

    • A 17-year-old male presented with significant glaucomatous optic disc cupping.
    • Post-trabeculectomy, a dramatic change in optic disc appearance was noted, showing a 'full' disc morphology.

    Findings:

    • The optic disc morphology normalized within one month post-surgery.
    • This transient change occurred despite maintained normal intraocular pressure.

    Implications:

    • Suggests optic disc appearance can be dynamic and influenced by surgical interventions.
    • Highlights the importance of serial optic disc examination in glaucoma management.
    • Further research may elucidate the mechanisms behind this temporary optic disc remodeling.

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